After announcing plans to unveil a new version of the Polestar 2 last week, the Volvo-owned automaker has officially dropped a limited edition variant of its flagship sedan. Polestar today unveiled a new limited edition version of the Polestar 2, dubbed the BST edition 230, that features chassis mods, 476hp, and a 4.2-second 0-60mph launch, […]
After Polestar unveiled design update and new features for the Polestar 2 last month, the automaker has officially shared pricing for the upcoming version of the vehicle. Polestar has revealed pricing and design updates for the 2023 Polestar 2, as detailed in a press release shared on Wednesday. The Polestar 2 long-range single-motor variant will […]
Swedish electric vehicle (EV) maker Polestar on Wednesday announced several new features and design updates for the Polestar 2, along with advancements in sustainable sourcing of raw materials for the sedan. “We have revisited materials and processes that go into making Polestar 2, introducing updates that reduce the climate impact and increase material traceability of […]
As electric vehicles (EV) popularity expands throughout the world, Polestar is expecting to expand with it, as evidenced by new plans to sell its EVs in a number of new markets. Polestar plans to launch in nine new markets by the end of this year, as the company plans to double its retail stores to […]
In a press release on Tuesday, Polestar announced the launch of its new digital key and updated app for the Polestar 2, which effectively turns the owner’s smartphone into their secure car key–just like Tesla. The upgrade came in the form of the company’s most recent over-the-air (OTA) update, and also included new integrated vehicle […]
Swedish electric vehicle (EV) company Polestar announced in a press release Thursday that it has raised $550 million (USD) in investments in its recent round of fundraising. This effectively marks the first time external investors have backed Polestar, in everything from the company’s EVs, to its brand, production capacity, financial goals, and its high-growth potential. […]
The first deliveries of the Polestar 2 began last year, and a new update from the company shows new plans to grow the Polestar 2 family into new variants. In a press release Tuesday, Polestar announced its plans to expand the Polestar 2 model to include three variants, including three separate powertrains, both dual and […]
In a video shared Friday by carwow on YouTube, Mat the host drives three electric vehicles until their batteries run out of juice to test their range. The cars tested include a Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (SR+), a Model 3 Performance, and a Polestar 2. The claimed ranges according to the cars starting […]
In good news for Canadian electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts, Polestar is set to start delivering the Polestar 2 to customers in Canada. Polestar’s first all-electric car may have seen recall after recall, but it has finally made its way to the Canadian market. According to a press release, the car will retail for $69,900 CAD […]
A statement published Thursday by Polestar on its official website announced the inception of an opt-in safety recall and service campaign for the Polestar 2 units that have been delivered thus far. Geely's Polestar recalls all EV sedans again https://t.co/mo6jvXyneW pic.twitter.com/8IPZhctOER — Automotive News (@Automotive_News) October 29, 2020 The purpose of the safety recall is […]
Despite the Polestar 2‘s range being a bit less than the Tesla Model 3, it’s still considered a fast car and a good addition to the lineup of electric vehicles (EVs) available out there. On Wednesday, YouTube channel Throttle House released a video pitting the Polestar 2 against a Tesla Model 3. In the video, […]
It’s been a weird week for the Volvo-owned performance brand, Polestar. On Tuesday, it was announced that the EPA estimates for the Polestar 2 rated the EV for only 233 miles on a charge, compared to the company’s internal estimate of 250 miles. The news comes not long after every single Polestar 2 was recalled […]
